Mark Your Calendar: Bath & Body Works' Annual Candle Day Returns This December

The wait is over. Bath & Body Works is bringing back its most celebrated shopping event of the year—Annual Candle Day—and this time, the selection is bigger and bolder than ever. Now in its 14th year, this year’s Annual Candle Day sale has cemented itself as a cultural shopping moment that draws millions of customers ready to stock up on their favorite fragrances.

When to Shop Annual Candle Day 2025

The sale kicks off online at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 4, with in-store shopping running Friday through Sunday, December 5-7, 2025. Physical stores will open early at 6 a.m. local time on Friday to accommodate the rush of eager shoppers. Online shopping continues through Sunday, giving you multiple opportunities to grab your picks.

The Deal: Premium Candles at Unbeatable Prices

Here’s what makes Annual Candle Day irresistible: Bath & Body Works’ signature 3-wick candles drop to just $9.95 each—the lowest price point of the entire year. With more than 180 candles to choose from, there’s truly something for every preference and occasion. Whether you’re hunting for fresh florals, cozy vanilla blends, or unexpected gourmand scents, the selection during this weekend-long event is unmatched.

What’s New This Year

The 2025 Annual Candle Day brings serious novelty to the table. Beyond classic fan favorites like Fresh Balsam and Winter Candy Apple, Bath & Body Works is debuting fresh collections that push creative boundaries:

New Candle Collections:

• Sundae Funday: A decadent gourmand series featuring Neapolitan Ice Cream, Butterscotch Swirl, Sugared Waffle Cone, and Hot Fudge Drizzle
• Perfect Pairings: Playful foodie-inspired fragrances like Coffee & Donuts, Chips & Salsa, Pizza & Ranch, and Popcorn & Slushie
• First Sign of Spring: Early seasonal picks including Fresh Cut Lilacs, Pineapple Sunrise, and Peach Bellini in colorful glass vessels
• Holiday Dill-ight: A limited-edition pickle-inspired candle for the quirky holiday enthusiast

Fan Favorites Making a Comeback: Collections like “From The Vault” bring back beloved discontinued scents hand-selected by loyalty members—think Smoked Vanilla, Brown Sugar & Fig, and Snowday. The “Fan Favorites in Candle Form” lineup reintroduces classics like Moonlight Path, Japanese Cherry Blossom, and A Thousand Wishes.

Holiday Essentials: Don’t miss sophisticated hosting scents (Black Tie, Cranberry Pear Bellini) and festive holiday fragrances (Rum Rum Reindeer, Christmas Road Trip, Sweater Weather).

Plus, this year marks a Candle Day first: a limited-edition Keepsake 3-wick candle with exclusive packaging you won’t find any other time of year.

The Scale of Annual Candle Day

The numbers tell the story. Last year alone, every 3-wick candle sold during the Annual Candle Day weekend would stretch approximately 1,700 miles end-to-end—roughly the distance from Florida’s southern tip to Portland, Maine. That’s how massive this event has become.

According to Bath & Body Works’ chief merchandising officer Betsy Schumacher, “Candle Day is a cherished tradition that our customers countdown to every year. It’s the ultimate shopping moment where we deliver high-quality 3-wick candles crafted with innovation and artistry, alongside new fragrances and exclusive surprises.”

Behind the Scents: Craftsmanship Meets Innovation

What sets Bath & Body Works candles apart? The brand partners with world-renowned perfumers and top fragrance houses—the same experts who work with luxury brands. Each 3-wick candle is meticulously developed to deliver a rich, consistent scent experience from the first light to the final burn, blending science with artistry for the ultimate home fragrance experience.

How to Shop

You can access Annual Candle Day exclusives through three channels:

• Online: bathandbodyworks.com and the Bath & Body Works app (starting Dec. 4 at 10 p.m. ET)
• In-store: 1,934 company-operated locations across the U.S. and Canada, plus 544 international franchised locations
• Mobile: Download the app for easy browsing and checkout

With over 50 exclusive 3-wick candle drops and more than 180 options total, Annual Candle Day 2025 is shaping up to be the largest selection yet. Whether you’re treating yourself or stocking up for gifts, this weekend-only event offers unbeatable value on premium home fragrance.